St.Thomas More Catholic Primary School,

Huthill Lane,

Great Wyrley,

Staffordshire.

WS6 6PG

TEACHING ASSISTANT POST (with additional needs) - Level 2 (Grade 4)

Salary: £17,181.00 gross, pay award pending.

Starting ASAP for 27.5 hours per week (but there could be the need for the hours to be extended, so flexibility is needed. This will be a fixed term contract in the first instance until July 2025, but could be extended.

This post is to support a pupil on a 1:1 basis, but will be working within the Y2 classroom.

We would require someone to work for 5 1/2 hours a day (Monday to Friday) initially.

Hours of work would be Monday to Friday 8:45am to 12:15pm, and 1:15pm to 3:15pm.

St. Thomas More Catholic Primary School is a friendly, inclusive and popular school situated in the village of Great Wyrley.

Our pupils are very well behaved and eager to learn. We offer supportive induction and training opportunities.

We are seeking:

- An enthusiastic and experienced teaching assistant (Level 2) to provide support on a 1:1 basis.

- Someone who has a clam yet positive manner

- Someone who is adaptable with a caring nature, who can support this pupil's integration with the rest of the class

Candidates MUST hold a recognised and relevant NVQ level 2 qualification (minimum) or equivalent, and be able to demonstrate experience in this area.

Applicants will have experience of working within a primary setting and should be able to clearly demonstrate this in their application.

St Thomas More has a dedicated and friendly team of teaching and support staff who are committed to raising standards.

The successful applicant must be prepared to work in an atmosphere where the Catholic viewpoint is put first and be prepared to actively promote this.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed; please contact the school to arrange a convenient appointment.

Closing date for applications is Friday 27th September 2024

Interviews will take place on Thursday 3rd October 2024

Further informtion and an application form can be requested by contacting the school via email at office@st-thomasmore.staffs.sch.uk or by telephone on 01922 666335

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to Full Medical Clearance and an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.